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LIVE TRACKER: What's the path of Hurricane Helene?

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September 25, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Nathaniel Rodriguez – 2024-09-25 13:24:23

SUMMARY: Hurricane Helene formed in the Caribbean and is projected to impact the U.S. Gulf Coast, potentially making landfall as a Category 3 hurricane in Florida’s Big Bend region or the Panhandle. Meteorologists warn of “devastating” hurricane-force winds and a life-threatening storm surge exceeding 10 feet for northern Florida and southern Georgia. As Helene progresses north, forecast models will track its “wobbles,” which can significantly alter its path, similar to past storms like Hurricane Ian. The WFLA Wobble Tracker will provide real-time updates until Helene’s landfall, with parts of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula also experiencing severe weather.

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Man indicted in Noxubee County for aggravated assault

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1 hour ago

September 26, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Mary Carroll Sullivan – 2024-09-26 11:21:10

SUMMARY: Isaiah Bush turned himself in to Noxubee County Sheriff’s deputies in March and has now been indicted for aggravated assault. The incident occurred on September 22, when he allegedly fired several shots at the home of Tanesha Barksdale, hitting her in the thigh. Fortunately, two children present in the home were unharmed. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and Bush’s indictment highlights the seriousness of the charges against him in this case.

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Police in small Mississippi city discriminate against Black residents, Justice Department finds

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1 hour ago

September 26, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-09-26 11:12:50

SUMMARY: A Justice Department report revealed that the Lexington Police Department in a predominantly Black Mississippi city engages in racial discrimination, excessive force, and retaliation against critics. The investigation found a “persistent pattern” of unconstitutional conduct, including unjustified arrests and a lack of internal accountability. Officers reportedly used Tasers excessively, with one instance involving a Black man shocked 18 times. The department imposes fines for minor offenses and unlawfully detains individuals unable to pay. Attorney General Merrick Garland emphasized that these practices undermine the trust between police and the community. Police Chief Charles Henderson could not be reached for comment.

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Body found in wooded area near Natchez High School

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September 26, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-09-26 11:10:24

SUMMARY: The decomposed body of a man was discovered in a wooded area near Natchez High School on September 25. The body was found off Sergeant S. Prentiss Drive by an individual exploring the woods. Adams County Coroner James Lee stated that the remains will be sent to the Mississippi State Crime Lab for identification, and an autopsy will be performed to ascertain the cause of death. Natchez police are currently investigating the case.

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